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Bishnupur Silk Block Print | Katan Silk Bengal Heritage

Bishnupur Silk Block Print | Katan Silk Bengal Heritage

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Color: Floral and Geometric

Fabric: Silk, Pure Mulberry Silk, and Pure Silk

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A Bishnupur Katan silk saree from West Bengal, distinguished by hand block printing on pure silk. Bishnupur — the temple town of West Bengal, known for its terracotta architecture and classical arts — has two great craft traditions: its silk weaving and its block printing. This saree brings them together. The Katan silk base is handwoven with the characteristic density and drape of Bishnupur's weaving tradition; the block print motifs are drawn from the town's terracotta heritage — floral, geometric, and figurative patterns pressed into the silk by hand. Made for Durga Puja, weddings, Diwali, and the occasions that appreciate craft with a story behind every mark.

Two Traditions, One Saree

Bishnupur is a town that has always expressed itself through its hands. Its terracotta temples — built by the Malla kings between the 17th and 18th centuries — are covered in hand-pressed relief panels depicting scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and daily life. Its weavers have produced Katan silk for centuries, developing a fabric known for its tight weave, natural lustre, and exceptional drape. The Bishnupur Silk Block Print brings these two traditions into a single object: the silk carries the weaving heritage, and the block print carries the visual language of the terracotta town. The motifs — pressed into the silk by hand using carved wooden blocks — echo the patterns that cover Bishnupur's temple walls.

Silk That Holds the Print

Katan silk is a tightly woven pure silk with a natural weight and lustre that makes it an ideal ground for block printing. The fabric holds the print with precision, allowing the carved block motifs to register clearly against the silk ground. It drapes with quiet authority, holds its structure through a long day of celebration, and develops a richness with wear that printed synthetics cannot replicate. The pallu (the decorative end of the saree draped over the shoulder) carries the most concentrated block print composition, while the border and body carry supporting motifs that build the visual whole.

Design from the Temple Town

The block print motifs on this saree are drawn from Bishnupur's terracotta visual vocabulary — the same patterns that cover the Rasmancha, the Jorbangla temple, and the Shyamrai temple. Floral compositions, geometric borders, and figurative details pressed into silk by hand, one block at a time. The colour palette is warm and considered, chosen to let the print carry its heritage clearly.

Occasions and Global Reach

A natural choice for Durga Puja in Kolkata and Bengaluru, for wedding receptions in Mumbai and Delhi, and for Diwali evenings in London, Birmingham, and Sydney. It suits Navratri celebrations, Onam gatherings in Chennai, Karva Chauth pujas, and cultural galas in New York, Toronto, or Dubai. For the Indian diaspora in Manchester, Melbourne, or New Jersey seeking a saree that carries Bishnupur's dual craft heritage — or for a Raksha Bandhan gift, a bride's trousseau, or any occasion that appreciates craft with a story behind every mark — this piece arrives already carrying two traditions.

Pair with the included silk blouse piece, antique gold or terracotta jewellery, and a traditional drape. Two traditions, one occasion.

What's Included

  • One Bishnupur Katan silk saree with hand block print
  • Matching unstitched blouse piece

Highlights

  • Material: Pure Katan silk from Bishnupur, West Bengal — tightly woven, naturally lustrous, ideal block print ground
  • Technique: Hand block printing on Katan silk — terracotta-inspired motifs pressed into silk by hand using carved wooden blocks
  • Motifs: Bishnupur terracotta heritage — floral, geometric, and figurative patterns drawn from the town's temple visual vocabulary
  • Blouse piece: Included (unstitched matching silk fabric)
  • Occasions: Durga Puja, weddings, Diwali, Navratri, Onam, Karva Chauth, Raksha Bandhan, cultural galas
  • Styling: Pairs with antique gold or terracotta jewellery, silk blouse, traditional Bengali or Nivi draping
  • Care: Dry clean only — preserves hand block print and Katan silk character

Country/Region of origin: India

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Product Care Guide

Our products are crafted with delicate handloom techniques and traditional artistry, and they deserve thoughtful care to preserve their beauty. We recommend dry cleaning only for most of our products. Please avoid twisting or wringing, and always air dry in the shade. When ironing, use medium heat on the reverse side. Do not bleach or expose the product to excessive heat or direct sunlight for prolonged periods, as it may affect the fabric and colors.

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We offer Global Delivery across USA, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, India including all other major countries with free shipping. India orders support Cash on Delivery (COD) and free shipping. India orders are typically delivered within 7–10 business days, while Global orders are shipped via prepaid shipping only, with delivery timelines of 7–10 business days. Blouse/Kurti/Fall & Pico stitching will add 2-3 extra days to the delivery time. All orders are shipped directly from India. Tracking details are shared once your order is dispatched.

For International Orders, we offer DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) service — this means the price you see at checkout is the final price. No extra customs duties, VAT, import fees, or local taxes have to be paid by you at the time of delivery. All such charges are fully covered by us.

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Return & Exchange

We offer a 30-day return and exchange policy for India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World orders. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery of the last item, including weekends and public holidays.

Items must be in their original, unused, and unfolded condition with all tags and packaging intact. To initiate a return, email us at info@dakshinvastram.com. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility, except for EU withdrawal returns which are covered by us.

Returns & Refunds are not accepted for:

Altered, customised, or modified items — including sarees with stitched blouses, fall & pico, or kurti stitching (EU customers: these are exempt from the right of withdrawal under Article 16(c))
Products purchased during sales or special offers (EU customers: your statutory withdrawal right still applies regardless of sale status)
For exchanges, you may request a different size or colour within 30 days (EU: 14 days), subject to availability. If you receive an incorrect or defective product, we will arrange a replacement at no additional cost. An unboxing video is strongly recommended to support any such claim.

Refunds, if approved, are processed within 15 business days (EU: within 14 calendar days of receiving the returned goods) to the original payment method.

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FAQs

Is there a return policy? Yes. We offer a 30-day return policy for orders delivered to India, UK, USA, Australia, Canada & Rest of World. EU customers have a statutory 14-day right of withdrawal from the date of delivery. For full details including exceptions for customised items, please visit our Refund Policy page.

How do I request a refund? To request a refund, contact our customer support team at info@dakshinvastram.com within your eligible return window (30 days for most regions; 14 days for EU customers). You can also submit a request directly via your account portal at https://account.dakshinvastram.com or through the View Order link in your Order Confirmation email or Cancel Contract form via the EU Customer Rights menu in our store footer. We will provide further instructions on how to return the product and initiate the refund process.

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